Thursday, 1 January 2009

Deep-Fried TwinkiesIngredients6 TwinkiesPopsicle sticks4 cups vegetable oilFlour for dusting1 cup milk2 tablespoons vinegar1 Tablespoon oil1 cup flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltDirections1. Chill or freeze Twinkies for several hours or overnight.2. Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in deep fryer to about 375 degrees.3. Mix together milk, vinegar and oil.4. In another bowl, blend flour, baking powder and salt.5. Whisk wet ingredients into dry and continue mixing until smooth.Refrigerate while oil heats.6. Push stick into Twinkie lengthwise, leaving about 2 inches to use asa handle, dust with flour and dip into the batter. Rotate Twinkie untilbatter covers entire cake.7. Place carefully in hot oil. The Twinkie will float, so hold it underwith a utensil to ensure even browning. It should turn golden in 3 to 4minutes. Depending on the size of your deep fryer, you might be able tofry only one at a time, two at the most.8. Remove Twinkie to paper towel and let drain. Remove stick and allowTwinkie to sit for about 5 minutes before serving.Makes 6.Deep-Fried SmeltsFresh smelts should be stored refrigerated at 32°F to 40°F [0°C to 4°C], excess liquid drained, packed into airtight containers and eatenwithin 3 to 4 days or 1 to 2 days when fried.Smelts should be frozen at 0°F [-18°C], into airtight food containers,immediately after buying; bought frozen, smelts should be eaten within4 to 6 months for maximum freshness.IngredientsVegetable oil1 pound [454 g] smelts1 cup [250 mL] milkFlourSalt, to tasteParsley sprigs2 lemons, quarteredInto a deep-fryer, heat vegetable oil to 375°F [190°C].Wipe dry smelts; dip smelts into milk, then coat with flour.Deep-fry smelts into hot oil for 5 to 7 minutes, until golden.Drain smelts ontp paper toweling.Salt smelts.Arrange smelts onto a serving plateServe, decorated with parsley sprigs and lemon segments